2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 1970 Reliant Bug
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Bug. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Bug would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Bug. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Bug. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 762 kg more than 1970 Reliant Bug. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Reliant Bug is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Reliant Bug. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Bug. (52 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Bug.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 1970 Reliant Bug | |
| Make | Fiat | Reliant |
| Model | Fiorino | Bug |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 2800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 23 L |
